Purple Plum Radish

Source: MIgardener

The Purple Plum Radish is known for its heat tolerance, low-bolting and fast-growing nature. These radishes have a mild, sweet flavor and do not get woody.


They can be an early season radish and can be directly sown about four weeks before the last expected spring frost. Plant seeds in rich soil about 1/2" deep and 1" apart; later, thin the seedlings 2-3" apart or more for larger radishes. For a continuous harvest, plant a new crop every two weeks. For a fall crop and winter storage, plant about two months before the first expected fall frost. This variety tastes best when harvested at 1-2" in diameter.

-Phyllis